OPTICAL ENGINEER
About The Position
Obsessed by Science. Entrepreneurial by Nature. United by Purpose. Diasorin is a global leader in immunodiagnostic and molecular diagnostic solutions, advancing science to improve patient outcomes worldwide. For more than 50 years, we have combined scientific rigor with an entrepreneurial mindset, operating with a strong commitment to innovation, accountability, and results to deliver trusted diagnostic solutions. As the Diagnostics Specialist, Diasorin continuously invests in research, technology, and people. Guided by our values of operational excellence, customer focus, and teamwork, we empower teams to think boldly, act decisively, and transform ideas into meaningful impact across one of the industry’s broadest specialty diagnostic portfolios. When you join Diasorin, you are not just filling a role. You are helping build what comes next. Why Join Diasorin Build What MattersTake ownership, challenge the status quo, and contribute directly to solutions that improve patient care worldwide. Innovate with Agility at a Global ScaleWork in an entrepreneurial environment that enables speed, collaboration, and global impact. Grow in a People-Centered CultureThrive in a culture that values accountability, inclusion, and continuous development. Job Scope This is a hands-on instrumentation design and development position ideally suited for the hardware engineer who enjoys designing, building, testing and debugging complex state-of-the-art optical instruments, specifically conventional and imaging flow cytometry cell analysis systems. Lens design and optical engineering to drive development of optical and opto-mechanical systems and components related to existing and new product development. Creating documentation, i.e., requirements definition, specifications, test plans, ECO's etc., as required, supporting R&D, Manufacturing, Field Service, Customer Service, and other departments with respect to new product development and support to existing products. Creating optical models for design and engineering analysis using Zemax Optic Studio and other software tools.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Optics, Optical Sciences or Optical Engineering required
- Experience with laser instrumentation.
- A passion for hands on assembly, integration and testing of prototype instrument designs is essential.
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree with an emphasis is optical engineering preferred
- Direct experience in flow cytometry is a definite advantage preferred
- Sufficient technical education and experience to quickly become familiar with the architecture and operation of current production instruments along with instrument control and data analysis software to establish an in-depth understanding of the technology preferred
- Proficiency with Zemax Optics Studio optical design software with demonstrated experience in lens design and tolerancing. Non-sequential raytracing experience is a plus preferred
- Familiarity with solid modelling CAD software and drawing specification and tolerancing. Proficiency using SolidWorks is highly desired preferred
- Familiarity with laser beam characterization and measurement tools preferred
- Working knowledge of specifications for optical coatings and filters, including dichroic edge filters, laser notch filters, and bandpass filters typically used in fluorescence detection applications preferred
Responsibilities
- Design and develop custom optical systems, including lens designs for illumination and imaging systems, laser beam propagation optics and optical filters for fluorescence detection as well as optical test fixtures for new and existing products
- Perform prototype system integration, testing and debugging; design laboratory experiments and suggest solutions to problems
- Interact with various internal and external groups during system development. Work closely with application scientists as well as mechanical, electrical and software engineers to create next generation flow cytometry products for both research and clinical applications
- Prepare reports and inform the project team(s) on a regular basis
- Provide technical support to Manufacturing and Field Service and contribute to continuous quality improvements
Benefits
- Receive a competitive salary and benefits package as you grow your career at Diasorin.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
